City Of Wetumpka Observes National Day Of Prayer
Like many at Wetumpka's day of prayer, Pastor Ricky Bowe says prayer is important now more than ever. He explains "the issues are different, the issues are more extreme than they've…
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House Passes Bill to Replace Obamacare
Relieved Republicans have pushed their prized health care bill through the House. The mostly party-line 217-213 vote advances a bill that addresses their longtime pledge to erase the 2010 Obama health care law. Thursday's vote sends the measure to the…
House Republicans to Present Military Appreciation Calendar to Chambers Floor
In order to show proper appreciation for military veterans, active troops, National Guard members, and reservists working, living, and based in Alabama, the House Republican Caucus on Thursday will adopt a floor agenda stacked with bills positively affecting servicemen and…
Jim Byard Stepping Down as Head of ADECA
Jim Byard, the head of the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs, is leaving as Gov. Kay Ivey fills names her own cabinet members. The governor's office confirmed Byard's departure Thursday. Spokeswoman Eileen Jones says Ivey has identified a…
Legislative Black Caucus Suspends Filibuster to Pass Budget
Members of the Legislative Black Caucus suspended the filibuster of the House of Representative’s legislative calendar on Wednesday to support passage of the Education Trust Fund Budget. “Passage of the budgets is of paramount importance,” said Rep. John Knight, “this…
Huntingdon College Building New Band Facility
Huntingdon College's Marching Scarlet and Grey, with plans for a 100-member roster this fall, will have a new practice facility as classes begin in August. Construction, which began last year, will continue in earnest this summer toward a completion date…
Parents, Children Push for Autism Therapy Coverage
Parents and children pleaded with a legislative committee to require insurers to cover an expensive autism therapy they said can be life-changing for children on the spectrum. The emotional testimony dominated a…
High Winds Have More Than 60,000 Alabama Residents Without Power
High winds have left more than 60,000 homes and businesses without power across Alabama. Alabama Power Co. says 62,000 customers were without electrical service early Thursday after a weather system moved through with winds as strong as 45 mph. The…
Top 50 U.S. cities ranked by mosquito population.
Orkin’s Top 50 Mosquito Cities list ranks metro areas by the number of mosquito customers served from April 1, 2016 to March 31, 2017. The list includes both residential and commercial treatments. Atlanta Washington, D.C. (+1) Chicago (-1) New York…
Loved Ones Plea for Stop to Violence at Vigil for Murdered Victim
Larenzo Esther was just 19-years-old. Police say he was involved in a shooting late the night of April 22nd. And ended up dying of his injuries a few days later. Wednesday evening,…
Court Revives Baggage Fee Lawsuit Against American Airlines
A federal appeals court has reinstated a lawsuit seeking the return of baggage fees to passengers whose luggage was delayed or lost on flights with an airline that merged with American Airlines. The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals said…
Ivey Signs Bill Letting Adoption Groups Turn Away Gays
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has signed legislation protecting faith-based adoption organizations that refuse to place children with gay parents or other households because of their religious beliefs. The legislation prohibits Alabama from refusing to license faith-based adoption groups that refuse…
Senate Committee Approves Day Care Inspections
Alabama lawmakers have advanced an effort to require yearly inspections of faith-based day cares that are currently exempt from state oversight. The Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday approved a compromise plan passed by the House last month. The proposal would…
House Passes State Education Budget
Alabama lawmakers have passed the state education budget. The House of Representatives unanimously approved the $6.4 billion budget proposal Wednesday. Tuscaloosa Republican Rep. Bill Poole says the budget will keep state schools mostly funded at the same levels as last…
Senate Committee Approves Cuts in General Fund Budget
A Senate committee has voted to cut 3.4 percent from the budgets of most state agencies in order to steer $63 million to the state highway department. The Senate Finance and Taxation General Fund Committee on Wednesday approved the budget…
City of Selma is Getting a Makeover
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two Selma businessman are giving the city of Selma a makeover by fixing up scores of old dilapidated houses all over town. Darrell Steward and David…
Triple Murder Suspect,Deandra Lee, Found Guilty of New Charges
A triple murder suspect is found guilty, but it's for a different set of charges. You may remember Deandre Lee, the Lowndes county man charged in the 2012 shooting…
ASU Leaders & Students React to Investigation Ending
Alabama State University leaders held a press conference Wednesday after the Attorney General's office announced the investigation into the school was closed Tuesday. Interim President Leon Wilson says he feels…
Gov. Ivey Signs Religious Adoption Bill
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has signed legislation protecting faith-based adoption organizations that refuse to place children with gay parents or other households because of their religious beliefs. The legislation prohibits Alabama from refusing to license faith-based adoption groups that refuse…
Pike County Fourth Graders Attend Groundwater Festival
Hundreds of Pike County 4th graders had the opportunity to get hands-on experience with activities that promote environmental awareness and water education at an annual Groundwater Festival. Students were able to participate in…
Black Life Expectancy Increases.
"According to a report released Tuesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the age-adjusted death rate among African-Americans declined 25 percent from 1999 to 2015. However, although blacks as a whole are living longer, their life expectancy is…
In Midst of Violence, Parents Encourage Others to get Involved in the Schools
It was a night to honor those who give of themselves as the Title I office of Parent and Family Engagement presented awards for Parent and Partner of the Year. "We appreciate what you have done because often times we…
Marsh: GOP Powerbrokers Wrong to Treat Strange as Incumbent
A prominent Alabama Republican says the Senate GOP campaign operation is discouraging challengers to Sen. Luther Strange in the August primary to fill the seat formerly held by U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions. State Senate leader Del Marsh said he…
Evidence Tech at Selma Police Department Charged with Theft
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- An evidence technician with the Selma Police Department is arrested for allegedly stealing guns and jewelry from the evidence vault. Chief Spencer Collier says Michelle Canterbury of Valley Grande was terminated and arrested Tuesday morning.…
Troy University to Host Special Olympics Alabama State Games
The city of Troy and Troy University will soon welcome new and returning athletes for the Special Olympics Alabama State Games. "It's probably the highlight of our summer is seeing the athletes come in you know to engage with…
